Kate McKay had doubts about swapping her high-powered life in Manhattan for Wolfertโs Roost, the quaint Hudson Valley village where she grew up. But her ailing grandmother needs her, so Kate decides to start fresh and indulge her dream of running an ice cream shop. All goes smoothlyโuntil sheโs reunited with old acquaintances nuttier than a vat of rocky road . . .
Kate should be thrilled about opening Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe. Instead her spirits melt like soft serve in the summer when she learns that her childhood frenemy, Ashley Winthrop, has started selling frozen treats in the bakery across the street. Turns out, Ashley hasnโt sweetened since high school. And, once again, sheโs game for some very unfriendly competition . . .
But before Ashley can kill Kateโs new business, someone kills Ashleyโstabbing her inside the bakery. Worse, the murder occurs right after the two rivals drew crowds with a heated argument, leaving half of Wolfertโs Roost speculating that Kate was finally pushed over the edge. With her reputation in serious trouble, Kate is determined to get the real scoopโeven if it means joining forces with a former flame. But sheโll need far more than a sprinkle of wit if she wants to expose the killer and live to see another sundae . . .
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